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Platanias Holidays
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Parties are on tap on holidays to Platanias, but the golden sands are also perfect for sunbathing – kick back or turn up as you fancy.
Platanias party
The north-west coast of Crete's where the party's at. Platanias is a buzzy seaside town with a long main street packed with bars and nightclubs. To the north of the town there's a welcoming beach, to the south a surprisingly peaceful old town nestled in the hillside.
Life's a beach
Platanias' golden sands stretch out for nearly two kilometres, and you might even spot starfish on the shoreline. Walk a little further and Aghia Marina beach beckons, with its own jet-ski centre. If you fancy a drive, the award-winning Falasarna Beach is 45 minutes away.
Peace and quiet
There's also a cultural side to Platanias. The tiny war shelter museum will help you to learn about the ingenuity of locals during the invasion of World War Two. Or, you can sample the best wines in the region at the Karavitakis vineyard, around 20 minutes away by car.
At a glance
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Check out the bars along the lively main street
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Windsurf in the waters of a Blue Flag award-winning beach
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Sample the region's best olive oils and wines
